Blake Westhoff met Allison Trimble Paparoa more than a dozen years ago. He was 19 years old and hadn’t been exposed to the professional horse industry. Fortunately, Allison was looking for someone to clean stalls, so Blake’s inability to pick up the correct lead wasn’t of concern. Allison was already … Read More
After 10 years, the Oregon Horse Council is excited to release an all new website. The site is designed to be flexible, mobile-friendly, and able to grow with the organization to meet the needs of the users. “OHC serves all equestrians state-wide, and beyond, and our website is the … Read More
Amazing equestrian property located in Turner OR, a quaint suburb of Salem, Oregon’s Capital City, located an hour south of Portland. Turner is a charming town with antique shops, bakery, brew pub, restaurant, best pizza ever, community swimming pool, and home of the annual Lamb Festival. Enjoy the charm of … Read More
The Great American Outdoors Act to be voted on Wednesday. The Great American Outdoors Act is scheduled for a vote in the House on Wednesday. Please consider contacting your Representative to support this long awaited groundbreaking environmental legislation. The bill provides full funding annually for the Land and Water Conservation … Read More
The Oregon Horse Council, as well as other state councils across the nation, are trying to determine the concerns, needs, and challenges of our equine business community at this time. THE SURVEY IS OPEN TO ONLY EQUINE BUSINESSES WHO RESIDE IN OREGON. This brief survey is primarily multiple choice selections, … Read More
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Misty Ridge farm is a majestic, private oasis, suitable not only as a primary residence but also a weekend get-away, corporate retreat, equestrian venue, or romantic wedding location. This beautiful property is surrounded by a private wildlife preserve, offering privacy & a unique sense of peace & tranquility. The presence … Read More
Animal Wellness Applauds Cohen’s Tireless Work for Horses WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1400, the Horse Transportation Safety Act, authored by Rep. Steve Cohen (D-TN-09), that would ban the transportation of horses across state lines in ‘double decker’ trucks or trailers containing two … Read More
Source: Washington State Department of Agriculture Number Confirmed: 1; Number Exposed: 4; Age: 13; Gender: Gelding; Breed: Quarter Horse (QH); Onset of Clinical Signs: 6/25/2020; Clinical Signs: Enlarged Submandibular Lymph Nodes, Nasal Discharge; Confirmation Date: 6/29/2020; Horse Status: Affected And Alive; Vaccination Status: Unvaccinated; Notes: Voluntary biosecurity measures and separation … Read More
Q: Hi Al, Good morning, I have a question that I’m hoping you can answer for me. I have recently started riding a friends horse (after not riding for almost 10 years). It is a 6yr old gelding (Section D Welsh Cob). I rode him for the second time yesterday, … Read More
